London Food Board

Andrew Boff: What has the London Food Board achieved since its creation?

The Mayor: Members of the London Food Board, which was formed in 2004 and had its membership refreshed six months into the current Mayoral term. The BoardMembersare highly regarded experts spanning the breadth of the food system and were integral throughout the development of the London Food Strategy. They inform the ongoing implementation of its key priorities to help ensure all Londoners are able to access healthy, affordable, sustainable and culturally appropriate food.
Since the publication of the London Food Strategy, members have supported high-profile events including the London School Food Conference and Urban Food Awards. A member of the Board chairs the London Boroughs Food Group, ensuring relevant data, intelligence and best practice is shared with local authorities and external organisations across London. Members are also actively involved in informing the development of the Healthier Catering Commitment Tier 2 and London’s first Baby Friendly Action Plan as well as the delivery of initiatives including Good Food Retail Projects and the Capital Growth programme.
Having recently co-opted four new organisations to the Board, including UK Hospitality and the Association of Convenience Stores, I have strengthened the Board’s expertise and increased opportunities to engage key stakeholders through its networks.